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A glimpse into our world—stories from recent weddings, travels, and the everyday moments that inspire our work. This space is about connection, creativity, and capturing life as it really feels.
Valerie and David’s sunset Malibu engagement session was a celebration of love and nostalgia, taking place at a location close to their hearts—Will Rogers State Beach. This spot, with its storied history and stunning views, served as the perfect backdrop for an evening filled with elegance and romance. Engagement Session Location – Will Rogers State […]
As a Southern Californian Wedding Photographer, I believe there’s an undeniable charm to a backyard wedding in San Diego. The city’s near-perfect climate, stunning landscapes, and relaxed atmosphere make a backyard celebration an intimate, unforgettable experience for couples and their guests. Margot and Sean chose to tie the knot in their own backyard in Carlsbad, […]
I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day to be able to capture engagement photos at Newport Beach for Megan & Tim. When Megan & Tim were deciding on locations in Orange County for their engagement photos the decision was easy. Newport Beach was their happy place and it’s easy to see why. The […]
If you haven’t been to Neighborhood Church in Palos Verdes, I have to say, I think you’re missing out. I loved shooting at this location, and I had a great time working with Krista and Kevin. They found me through Rayanne Rose, and I was thrilled when they asked me to photograph their engagement. It […]
Audrey and Anthony reached out to me to be a part of their seaside wedding as a referral from an amazing wedding coordinator I’ve worked with in the past, Rayanne Rose Weddings, and I was delighted to be a part of their special day. The pair live in Southern California and have known each other […]
My passion is capturing couples’s weddings, elopements, engagements, and proposals with meaningful pictures that tell their stories with authentic and beautiful imagery. As a result, I’ve gotten the privilege of visiting many wedding venues in California and seeing how much joy they’ve brought the couples I’ve worked with. Often, the venues are near beaches or […]
A stunning look is essential for engagement photography. Good lighting helps create that look. While there are all kinds of options for engagement photo lighting, you will want to consider golden hour lighting. More specifically, you will want to consider golden hour engagement photos. There are many reasons why, but it’s important to understand what […]
Sarah and Reid were a calm and carefree couple who met while in law school. The love they shared for one another was clearly evident before we took their beach engagement photos, and it was evident while we took them too. As an experienced wedding photographer and preferred vendor at their chosen wedding venue, Five […]
I absolutely loved taking these beautiful, elegant, and classy Greystone Mansion engagement photos for Tatiyana, a local from LA, and Jakob, who was from Norway. The couple and the location were just fantastic. To help you understand why I’ll start with the venue. Why Choose Greystone Mansion Greystone Mansion is a special place in the […]
